A Commitment to Quality
We recently had a visitor at our offices at On The Bay—a gentleman from the city who frequents our region.
Trout Season Opens
Back in the 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s, if you were driving the backroads of Bruce and Grey counties on the night before the fourth Saturday in April, you would be greeted by the glow of Coleman gas lanterns at almost every river or stream crossing.
On the Cover — Ambur Braid
Ambur Braid stars in the titular role of the Canadian Opera Company’s production of Salome.
Bird Watching
Exploring The Bruce Trail
Great Venues
Take a moment to consider not only what will be on stage this season, but the stages themselves.
The Reformation of the Town Dump
There’s nothing like a trip to your local waste facility to restore faith in the public sector.
Our Sex Lives, Uncovered
What the Southern Georgian Bay Sex Survey revealed about our intimacy. Wows, wins and ways to improve.
High Times
National narcotics laws that are among the world’s most progressive, new treatment opportunities for patients and another drug-fueled gold rush for investors—welcome to Canada’s psychedelic renaissance.
Some Like It Hot
Electric, wood-fired or infrared, the enduring appeal of the sauna ritual is only growing.
Hockey Night in Collingwood
Collingwood’s Junior A Blues stirs team rivalries and a community’s love of the game.
Good Grooming
Giving your pets the full salon treatment isn’t just for show. It’s worth the investment—and the wait for an appointment—to keep them warm and healthy this winter.
Cabin Fever
This modern, light-filled home soars behind a cozy log cabin.
Après-Ski Hotspots
From classic schnitzel and fondue to dry-aged steak and champagne—here are three of the finest places to raise a toast to your snow day.
More With Less
Award-winning photographer Peter Dušek launched an artistic career with a combination of nerve, luck and timing—and poetic photographs that carry a message for living.
Spirit and Sparkle
The Georgian Triangle Humane Society hosted its first annual Spirit & Sparkle cocktail fundraiser at the OslerBrook Golf and Country Club on December 2nd.
The Dream Machine
The vision and passion behind the restoration of a classic Chevrolet.
Après Chic
Slim cuts, puffy coats and a little bit retro. Classic après-ski styles for fun off the slopes!
The Keyhole Trail
Exploring The Bruce
On Stage
The climes do a dance this time of year, so while any month, week or day is ideal for a visit to the theatre, concert hall or tavern, the upcoming season is perhaps especially inviting!
20 years of celebrating life and people in Southern Georgian Bay
It’s the start of On The Bay’s 20th year of publishing!
The Magazines Are All Right
Recently a friend asked me, “How tough is the print media business these days?”
Remembering a legend
Georgian Peaks honours Hans Wieland, the founder of one of the country’s top ski schools.
Taking the learning curve too fast
For the past two years, everybody has been talking about the invasion of small-town Ontario by refugees from the city.
Powder Torture
Breaking free in Quebec’s Eastern Townships.
Galas Galore
End of summer, traditionally, marks the start of fundraising season. And what a great time around the Bay to host an event for a good cause!
Small Footprint, Big Impact
Like a Goldilocks chair, this 1,638-square-foot home is just right for this family of three.
Crazy Roads
The meaning behind the madness of our highways and byways.
The Endurance of Faith
The inspiring story of Owen Sound’s Beth Ezekiel, the last remaining small-town synagogue in Canada.
Time by the Fire
The secret to recreating an authentic Argentine asado.
Transit travails
Getting around Southern Georgian Bay by bus is not what it used to be—but there are reasons for hope.
“Take Them With You”
How not to get peed on, and other important road trip tips for travelling with your pet.
Silver & Gold
Elizabeth Schlegel, artist, model and owner of Atelier 522 in Neustadt, is breaking the rules.
Now I See
Cataract surgery gives patients more than just their vision back; it changes their lives. A good-news healthcare story that’s only getting better.
The Fruits of Labour
Meet Henry Orr, one of the many hard-working migrant farmworkers who return to our region’s apple orchards every year.
Growing Cold
Extend your homegrown harvest into the fall or winter with a plant-protecting structure.
Van Glory
The trendiest tiny homes are the ones on wheels, with the same creature comforts but a whole new mindset.
Molecules & Mystery
An elemental collaboration of ceramic artists Stephen Corner, Heather Dynes Smit, Bruce Cochrane and Andrew Kellner makes magic with clay and wood fire.
Galas Galore
End of summer, traditionally, marks the start of fundraising season.
On The Cover
“Well, to get there from here, follow Highway 26, which turns into Pretty River Parkway, which turns into…
The Queen, On the Bay for a Day
It was June 26, 1959, when a crowd of 20,000 gathered at the St. Lambert Lock in Montreal to see the royal yacht Britannia.
